Basic Details
Word: Berth
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A space where a ship or boat can be docked, or a bed on a train or ship.
Synonyms: Dock, mooring, bunk
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Giving someone the berth: To keep a safe distance from someone or something. Example: "When he saw the angry dog, he wisely decided to give it a berth."
- To cast off the berth: To leave a dock and start a journey. Example: "After a long wait, the captain announced that it was time to cast off the berth and set sail."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The ship needed a secure berth to stay safe during the storm.
Example 2: We found our bunk in the train, which was cozy and comfortable for the night.
Example 3: The harbour was filled with boats, each finding its own berth along the dock.
Fun Fact
The term berth comes from the Old Norse word "berth," which means 'to cradle' or 'to hold.' This reflects how ships are cradled safely in a dock.
Famous Quote
"There are no great limits to growth because there are no limits of human intelligence, imagination, and wonder." Ronald Reagan
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "berth" mean?
a) A type of fish
b) A space for docking
c) A bed in a house
d) An island
Answer: b) A space for docking
2. Which of these is a synonym of "berth"?
a) Dock
b) Ship
c) Sail
d) Anchor
Answer: a) Dock
3. Which sentence uses "berth" correctly?
a) The berth was filled with water.
b) We parked the car at the berth.
c) The crew prepared the berth for the ship's arrival.
d) She wrote a book about her berth.
Answer: c) The crew prepared the berth for the ship's arrival.
4. Which idiom means to keep a safe distance?
a) To cast off the berth
b) To come in the berth
c) Giving someone the berth
d) To grab a berth
Answer: c) Giving someone the berth
5. What is the opposite of "berth"?
a) N/A
b) Ship
c) Docking
d) Float
Answer: a) N/A
